Cherokee Election Controversy: Swimmer Remains Chief, 1975-08-14
Item — Box: 30, Folder: 14
Identifier: CAC_CC_003_2_30_14_0036
A recount of the ballots for chief of the Cherokee tribe showed only a seven-vote difference, with Ross Swimmer remaining the winner. Some competitors filed protests alleging election irregularities and sought relief from the Bureau of Indian Affairs. However, if the election results are not reversed, the candidates may pursue legal action in federal court.
Dates
- 1975-08-14
Creator
- Swimmer, Ross O., 1943- (Person)
Language of Materials
English
Conditions Governing Access
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Bartlett, Legislative Series, Box 14 is stored off-site. These materials are currently closed to researchers.
The following series are stored off-site: Clippings and Books.
Bartlett, Legislative Series, Box 14 is stored off-site. These materials are currently closed to researchers.
Extent
1 pages
Overview
94th (1975-1977)
General
Native Americans
Creator
- Swimmer, Ross O., 1943- (Person)
- TypeCollection
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository